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- Resetting Rice Target Price, Reforming Direct Payment Discussed in KREI Issue Forum
- Resetting Rice Target Price, Reforming Direct Payment Discussed in KREI Issue Forum While the rice direct payment program has received a positive evaluation that it has contributed to rice farms’ management stabilization, the need to improve the program has been raised continuously due to its contribution to overproduction and the resulting increase in government expenditure. Also, a social agreement has not been reached on resetting the target price which will be applied to rice produced in and after 2018. Accordingly, the Korea Rural Economic Institute (KREI, President Kim Changgil) held an Issue Forum on “Resetting Rice Target Price and Reforming the Direct Payment Program” at the aT Center, Seoul, Oct. 17. In his presentation, “Resetting Rice Target Price and Plans to Reform the Direct Payment Program,” KREI Grain Office Director Kim Jongjin forecasted that raising the rice target price might increase farm household income in the short term, but it would not be sustainable due to a rice price fall caused by overproduction. Therefore, he emphasized, “If raising the target price is inevitable, it is urgent to solve the supply-demand imbalance problem due to an increase in the inducement to produce rice.” On reforming the rice variable direct payment program, he analyzed that the fixed direct payment program has many merits in that it can improve the rice oversupply structure and equity among crops and farms with different sizes. In the discussion chaired by Seoul National University professor Lee Taeho, Secretary General Im Byeonghui of the Korea Rice Pro-Farmer Federation said, “The structural problem of rice farming includes the issue of direct payments. However, it is unreasonable to think that reducing direct payments will stabilize farm household income due to a decrease in rice acreage and automatically solve the problem through a rise in rice prices.” Secretary General Im Eungyeong of the Korea National Council of Consumer Organizations stressed that the rice target price should be set with consideration of overall rice-related costs including rice production costs, supply-demand control, and stock management. Secretary General Kim Gihyeong of the Korean Peasants League argued that rice acreage and production should be maintained for food security and in preparation for agriculture after reunification. Naeil Shinmoon journalist Jeong Yeongeun emphasized, “Recent discussions on the rice industry have focused on rice supply, demand, and prices. Nevertheless, it is necessary to discuss diverse issues on the overall rice industry.” CEO Choi Gisu of The Agriculture, Fisheries & Livestock News said, “To solve the issue of target price, it is needed to first consider amending the Act on Preserving Agricultural Income. Also, it is necessary to comprehensively deal with the direct payment program including the rice issue.”
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- 'The 2nd Regional Conference on Food Security' to be held
- 2nd Regional Conference on Food Security Korea Rural Economic Institute (KREI) holds the 2nd Regional Conference on Food Security “Strengthening Food Security through International Agricultural Development Cooperation” hosted by the Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs (MAFRA) of Korea and the Ministry of Agriculture, Nature and Food Quality (MANF) of the Netherlands on November 6th, 2018 in Seoul. This conference will address the topics of climate smart agriculture with international agricultural development cooperation and technology and innovation with ODA. The topics will be presented by research institutes such as KREI, RDA, and Wageningen University, and international organizations including GGGI and Grow Asia. New Zealand and seven ASEAN countries will contribute to the conference sharing their findings and strategies. Participants will have an opportunity to share insights and experiences concerning the topics and implications for the regional food security in the end. We truly hope to invite government officials, renowned international and local experts, and engaged stake-holders. We are very convinced that your participation will strengthen and significantly contribute to the food security and international agricultural development cooperation. We look forward to meeting you in this meaningful conference. Thank you for your interest and considerations for your presence. [Conference Information] Date: November 6th, 2018 Tuesday (09:00~18:00) Venue: The-K Hotel, Seoul, Korea Contact: Center for International Agricultural Partnership (CIAP), KREI - Mr. Jungman Choi (+82-61-820-2104, cjm87@krei.re.kr) - Mr. Sungkwan Jeong (+82-61-820-2305, wingfour@krei.re.kr) - Mr. Namewook Choi (+82-10-5601-0887, nocno2@naver.com) Program
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- KREI Donated to and Volunteered at Child Welfare Facility
- KREI Donated to and Volunteered at Child Welfare Facility The Korea Rural Economic Institute (KREI) on October 1 visited Kumsungwon, a child welfare facility in Naju, Jeollanam-do, and donated approximately 700 books for children and adolescents and the money that KREI staff raised. Members of “Donghaeng,” KREI’s volunteer group for labor-management cooperation, also visited the facility. The members including Branch Manager Lee Hyungwoo of the labor union cleaned up the environment near the children’s home, making a clean and pleasant space. The Donghaeng members will take the lead in various activities for contributing to the local community in the future too. KREI also visited the Revival House, a social welfare facility, on September 18, and donated the money that KREI staff raised.
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- KREI Held Policy Forum on Recent Employment Trend in Agriculture, Forestry, Fisheries and Challenges
- Agricultural, Forestry, Fishery Workers Grew by 61,000 People Year on Year; More Employment Inducement Policies Needed KREI Held Policy Forum on Recent Employment Trend in Agriculture, Forestry, Fisheries and Challenges Despite the high number of the total unemployed people in Korea, the number of people employed in agriculture, forestry, and fisheries increased by 61,000 people year on year, and it is necessary to promote policies for inducing employment in the agriculture, forestry, and fishery sectors. This content was presented in the policy forum on the “Recent Employment Trend in Agriculture, Forestry, and Fisheries and Challenges” that the Korea Rural Economic Institute (KREI) held at Dongja Art Hall, Seoul, September 19. The forum consisted of the following presentations: “Changes in the Recent Employment Trend in Agriculture, Forestry, and Fisheries and Their Implications” by KREI senior research fellow Ma Sangjin; “Current Status and Tasks of Employment in Agricultural Corporations” by Executive Director Jeong Gisu of the National Agriculture Forum; “Policies for the Influx of the Agricultural Workforce and Challenges” by Deputy Director Jang Mingi of the Center for Food, Agricultural & Rural Policy; and “Employment Status and Youth Fostering Case of Cheongsol” by President Jeong Jaeik of the Cheongsol Organic Farming Association.
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- KREI Saengsaeng Field Forum for Improving Agri-Environment Held
- Agri-Environment Conservation Programs Should Expand, Environmental Awareness Should Improve KREI Saengsaeng Field Forum for Improving Agri-Environment Held The Korea Rural Economic Institute (KREI) on September 4 held the fifth KREI Saengsaeng Field Forum on the theme, “Improving Agri-Environment Through Agri-Environment Conservation Programs,” at the Hampyeong County Office. Participants in the forum agreed that agri-environment conservation programs should be expanded nationwide to enhance the conditions for Korean agriculture and rural areas. In her presentation, “Why Agri-Environment Conservation Programs Are Needed,” KREI research fellow Lim Youngah introduced agri-environment conservation programs in foreign countries including the US, and emphasized the need for agri-environment conservation programs suitable for the circumstances of Korean agriculture and rural communities. Deputy Director Lee Jeonghwa of Culture & Community, through her presentation, “Field Applicability of Agri-Environment Conservation Programs,” introduced the procedures and implications of the empirical research on the three villages selected as empirical research areas for agri-environment conservation programs. In his presentation, “Lessons and Tasks in Hampyeong,” Seong Jeongho, Head of Jangnyeon 3-ri, Hampyeong-gun, said that he would improve environmental awareness of his village’s residents through education and meetings on environment conservation programs. In the discussion chaired by Director Lee Kyeim of the Department of Agriculture, Food and Forestry Policy Research, KREI, various opinions were presented. Also, that day, forum attendees including KREI President Kim Changgil visited Jangnyeon 3-ri, Hampyeong-gun, one of the empirical research areas, to examine the progress and share the key direction of the project.
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- KREI-KAAFP Essay Contest for Undergraduates Held
- KREI-KAAFP Essay Contest for Undergraduates Held The Korea Rural Economic Institute (KREI) on August 17 held an essay contest for undergraduates with the Korean Association of Agricultural and Food Policy (KAAFP) at 70th-Year Memorial Hall, Sunchon National University. Outstanding papers from nationwide universities were submitted to the contest. Among the nine teams who passed the preliminary screening, one team for the Best Award, three for the Excellence Award, and five for the Exploration Award were selected through the final screening including presentations.
Periodicals
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- Agricultural Outlook
- Global and domestic agricultural economic outlook, Introducing the agricultural policy Global and domestic agricultural economic outlook, Introducing the agricultural policy
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- World Agriculture
- Trends in world agriculture and agricultural policy, Summary of agriculture-related overseas news, World agricultural statistics
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- KREI Agricultural Trends in North Korea
- Summary of north korea agricultural trends, Media news release trends, Cooperation and support Results with Korea and international communities
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- Agricultural Trends in China
- Trends in China agricultural policy, agriculture and rural economic trends, Policy resources, China Agricultural Statistics
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- Agriculture and Rural Economic Trends
- Domestic economic trends, agricultural economic trends, Demand and price trends of major agricultural products
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- World Grain Market
- Global grain market trends, relevant information, and major grain agricultural policies
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- Trend of Agricultural Trade with FTA Partners
- Trend in imports and domestic prices of livestock products, fruit, vegetables, and major grains with a focus on FTA partners